Bits and Pieces

Netanyahu: the ogre of the Middle East is Netanyahu. He has power from his people because he represents strength and aggression with their enemies. The only problem is, he creates the unrest that goads the enemy to push forward. That is Hamas’ story. It is also the core of Netanyahu’s political clout. Take that away from him and he is left with nothing. He is a crook and uncontrolled man. He is bad for Israel even if they don’t recognize that yet. Once removed from office, Israel has a chance at building lasting peace for itself and region. It will take patience and a lot of diplomacy. Both are needed to build lasting peace. Violence only creates more violence. Dump Netanyahu.

Gaza, Palestinian State: two autonomous states are needed for peace in the Gaza/Israel region. One state of Palestine, and another of Israel. One exists; the other does not. Peace will come if we give it a chance and work through international networks and the United Nations. Israel ought not have hegemony in this matter. Plain and simple. Do it.

Peace: this is my big issue of all time. Has been for many years. Global peace, not just peace for the USA. To be sure, the USA needs to be central to building peace simply because it can. We have the power to do it, we have the money to do it, and I pray we still have the goodwill to make it happen.

This means we have to recognize and understand another nation’s needs in specifics. Is it healthcare? Or education? Or physical infrastructure? Or is it stability of governance? Whatever the lack, we can help others fill gaps. We can help them build their own system of success. It is not ours to do but to help achieve. Their doing this, they learn what works and why and can then manage it forward. This is not charity; it is safety for them and us.

Pushing our weight around does not create lasting peace. It does create anger and a need to strike back at us. That is hardly a recipe for success. No, help and encourage. Fund temporarily and do not expect repayment of dollars.

October 17, 2025

 

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